An-140 vs EMB 120 Brasilia

Ukrainian regional aircraft, developed in the late 20th century, widely utilized for civil and military purposes.
Picture of An-140
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Antonov
First flight 17 September 1997
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 33 units
Average unit price $9 million
Brazilian regional airliner, developed during the 1980s, known for its service with airlines for short-haul flights and military deployments.
Picture of EMB 120 Brasilia
Origin country 🇧🇷 Brazil
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Embraer
First flight 27 July 1979
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 357 units
Average unit price $5 million
Wing area 51.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 24.5 m â—‰
Height 8.2 m â—‰
Length 22.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 575 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,700 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 19,150 kg â—‰
Empty weight 12,810 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,838 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Antonov An-140
Wing area 39.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 19.8 m â—‰
Height 6.4 m â—‰
Length 20.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 608 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,750 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,083 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg â—‰
Empty weight 7,070 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of An-140 by Alexander Usanov. Photo of EMB 120 Brasilia by Brazilian Ministry of Defence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia is faster with a maximum speed of 608 km/h compared to the An-140's 575 km/h, a difference of 33 km/h.
Which has longer range, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 1,750 km.
Which can fly higher, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has a higher service ceiling at 9,083 meters (29,799 ft) compared to the An-140's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which is heavier, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,150 kg compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 11,500 kg.
Which is larger, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 is longer at 22.6 meters compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia's 20.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The An-140 is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the EMB 120 Brasilia at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia entered service first in 1985, 17 years before the An-140 which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the An-140 or EMB 120 Brasilia?
The EMB 120 Brasilia has been produced in greater numbers with 357 units compared to 33 units of the An-140.